I Use my Cheat Ability from the Game even In Real Life! Chapter 4:The Trial of Strength

Chapter 4: The Trial of Strength

The fight was brutal. Hiroki, despite his newfound skills, was no match for the experienced Scavengers. They were bigger, stronger, more ruthless. He was outnumbered, outmaneuvered, and outclassed.

He was battered and bruised, his body aching, his breath coming in ragged gasps. He felt the sting of defeat, the bitter taste of failure.

But then, something unexpected happened. He remembered the words of the Game Master System: "This world is now your game."

He activated his Observe skill, focusing on his opponents.

"[Scavenger 1: Exhausted, distracted. Weakness: Right shoulder injury.]"

"[Scavenger 2: Overconfident, reckless. Weakness: Left leg weakness.]"

"[Scavenger 3: Panicked, unpredictable. Weakness: Fear of fire.]"

He saw the opportunities, the chinks in their armor. He used his Deception skill, feigning weakness, luring them into a false sense of security. He used his Stealth skill, moving silently and swiftly through the shadows.

He fought with a newfound ferocity, a desperate will to survive. He used the dagger with deadly precision, exploiting the weaknesses he had observed.

One by one, his opponents fell. The first, a hulking brute, succumbed to a well-placed strike to his injured shoulder. The second, overconfident and reckless, tripped over a piece of debris and landed heavily on his injured leg.

The third, panicked and terrified, cowered in fear as Hiroki ignited a small fire, the flames licking at the edge of his tattered clothes.

He emerged victorious, battered but unbroken. The other Scavengers watched him with a mixture of awe and respect. They had witnessed his courage, his cunning, his unwavering will to survive.

He had proven himself.

The Scavengers, still wary but impressed, finally agreed to sell him a few glowsticks.

As he walked away, he activated the Game Master System.

"[Quest Completed: Prove Yourself to the Scavengers]"

"[Reward: 50 Experience Points]"

"[Level Up!]"

"[Status: Weak]"

"[Available Skills: Observe (Level 5), Foraging (Level 4), Deception (Level 3), Stealth (Level 2), Combat]"

"[Combat: Engage in hand-to-hand combat effectively. Initial Level: 1]"

Hiroki grinned. The Combat skill. This was a significant milestone. He was no longer just a survivor; he was becoming a warrior.

He spent the rest of the day celebrating his victory, enjoying the glowsticks, their vibrant colors illuminating the darkness of the Bone Yard. He felt a sense of accomplishment, a feeling of pride he hadn't experienced in years.

He had faced his fears, overcome his limitations, and emerged victorious. He was no longer the same weak, insignificant man he used to be. He was a survivor, a fighter, a champion in the making.

As he lay down to sleep, the glowsticks casting dancing shadows on the walls, he felt a surge of optimism. The future, once shrouded in darkness, now seemed filled with possibilities.

He had a long way to go, but he was finally on the right path. He would rise above the shadows, he would become a force to be reckoned with, he would become the ultimate champion of this "Real Life" game.

The next morning, Hiroki awoke with a renewed sense of purpose. The victory in the Bone Yard had given him a taste of power, a taste of what he was capable of. He was no longer just surviving; he was thriving.

He decided to investigate the rumors about the Broker. He had heard whispers of a meeting, a gathering of the most powerful Scavengers, a chance to learn more about the Broker's plans.

He spent the day gathering information, using his enhanced Observe and Deception skills to infiltrate the Scavenger networks. He learned that the meeting would be held that night, in an abandoned theater on the outskirts of the city.

He arrived at the theater just as the sun was setting. The theater was a grand, decaying structure, its once-ornate facade now covered in graffiti and grime. He slipped inside, blending seamlessly with the shadowy figures that lurked in the darkness.

The theater was filled with Scavengers, their faces grim and determined. They sat in rows, their eyes fixed on the stage.

Suddenly, the lights flickered on, illuminating the stage. A figure emerged from the shadows, a tall, gaunt man with piercing blue eyes and a long, flowing white beard. It was the Broker.

A hush fell over the crowd.

"Welcome," the Broker's voice echoed through the theater, his voice deep and resonant.

"Welcome to the dawn of a new era."

He spoke of a world on the brink of collapse, a world where the old order was crumbling, a world ripe for revolution. He spoke of a new order, a world where the strong would rule, where the weak would be cast aside.

He spoke of a hidden technology, a power source that could reshape the world, a power source that would make them all invincible.

He spoke of an uprising, a rebellion against the oppressive regime, a fight for freedom and power.

He offered them a chance to join him, to fight for a better future, to become legends.

The Scavengers, their faces lit with a feverish excitement, roared their approval. They were ready to fight, to die, to achieve greatness.

Hiroki, watching from the shadows, felt a strange mix of emotions. The Broker's words resonated with him, stirring a dormant sense of rebellion within him. But he was also wary, cautious. The Broker was a charismatic figure, but his motives were unclear.

He decided to observe, to learn more, to understand the true nature of the Broker's plans.

As the meeting progressed, he noticed a group of Scavengers whispering amongst themselves, their faces filled with suspicion and unease.

They were a small group, outsiders, misfits.

He approached them cautiously.

"What's going on?" he whispered, his voice barely audible.

One of the Scavengers, a young woman with piercing green eyes, looked at him warily. "We don't trust him," she said, her voice low. "The Broker. He's playing us."

"Why do you say that?" Hiroki asked.

"He's too eager," she replied. "He wants power, but he doesn't care who he hurts to get it. He'll sacrifice us all if it means achieving his own goals."

Hiroki listened intently, his mind racing. The woman's words echoed the doubts that had been stirring within him.

He had to be careful. He had to play his cards right. He had to survive.

As the meeting drew to a close, the Broker announced that he would be selecting a small group of individuals to serve as his personal guard.

Hiroki, using his Deception and Combat skills, managed to impress the Broker. He displayed a combination of cunning, ruthlessness, and loyalty that impressed the enigmatic leader.

He was chosen.

He had infiltrated the inner circle of the Broker, a dangerous game, but one that could provide him with invaluable information.

He had a long way to go, but he was getting closer. Closer to understanding the true nature of this "Real Life" game, closer to achieving his ultimate goal: to become the champion.

Hiroki joined the Broker's Shadow Guard, a select group of elite warriors tasked with protecting the enigmatic leader and carrying out his orders. The training was brutal, pushing him to his physical and mental limits. He sparred with seasoned warriors, learned the art of assassination, and mastered the use of various weapons, from throwing knives to crossbows.

He used his Observe skill to analyze his fellow guards, identifying their strengths and weaknesses. He used his Deception skill to manipulate them, to gain their trust and loyalty.

He used his Stealth skill to remain undetected, to gather information without being noticed.

He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming one of the Broker's most trusted lieutenants. He was privy to the Broker's innermost secrets, his grand designs for the future.

He learned that the Broker was not merely seeking power; he was seeking revenge.

Revenge against the regime that had destroyed his family, revenge against the system that had enslaved the people.

Hiroki, torn between his loyalty to the Broker and his own growing doubts, continued to observe, to analyze, to wait for the right moment.

He discovered that the Broker was planning a daring raid on a heavily guarded government facility, a facility that housed a powerful energy source, the key to the Broker's plans for world domination.

He also discovered that the Broker was planning to betray his own followers, to use them as pawns in his game, to sacrifice them if necessary.

Hiroki knew he had to act. He couldn't let the

Broker's ambition lead to further bloodshed, to further destruction.

He contacted the group of Scavengers who had warned him about the Broker. He revealed the Broker's true intentions, the betrayal, the impending bloodshed.

The Scavengers, initially skeptical, were convinced. They agreed to help him stop the Broker, to prevent the impending disaster.